The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has issued new guidance to protect workers from unchecked surveillance and opaque decision-making systems. The CFPB, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL), is addressing the growing use of algorithmic tools, invasive surveillance, digital tracking, and AI by employers. Companies must now obtain consent from employees, provide transparency, and allow workers to dispute information gathered through surveillance, scoring systems, and background dossiers. The CFPB warned businesses about potential legal issues related to the use of AI and other new tools for worker surveillance, emphasizing compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). This move aims to ensure that workers' rights are protected and that any technology used by employers aligns with wage and hour compliance obligations.